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Author: Llamanel
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Arianna had been feeling incredibly guilty for what her words had done to her husband Louis' feelings.

She knew that she had to make up for it and show him how much she loves and cherishes him.

To do this, she decided to set up an especially beautiful dinner for the two of them.

From the freshest ingredients at the local farmers market, Arianna prepared a delicious meal for Louis.

Along with the main course, she also created an array of tasty sides, as well as a delectable dessert - all carefully selected to match their tastes.

She went out of her way to set a romantic mood, dimming the lights and lighting some scented candles, setting up a small bouquet, and playing soothing music in the background.

When Louis arrived home, he was astonished at the lovely sight before him.

Arianna had gone out of her way to create an atmosphere of love and comfort.

He could see the effort that she'd put into the meal, not only in its taste but also in the presentation.

His heart filling with w
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    Unable to get reasoning out of Ernestine the duo followed her back not being able to go to where they had planned to go lay low.Alan had run off and Teddy and Emilie didn't know what to make of it because he had just excused himself and then didn't even go as far as showing up after that."Hey man, some things are beginning to make sense now," Alan said."What could that be man?", Ryan asked." Ernestine is working with Teddy and Emilie and also it's kike they owe Ernestine some high amount of money" Alan explained."Damn Ernestine is sure shady I think we should never have fired her from the office" Ryan cried out lowly."Well, what do we do? Because without her at your office I don't know how else I would be able to ask her out and make her trust me" Alan said."You are the detective you should be able to have everything planned out man," he said and his friend looked at him for a minute."How about I just follow her around and also just make sure she is flattered by me" Alan expla

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